Do I need to provide proof of employment for the Soft Power visa in Thailand?

Soft Power Visa Visa Requirements Proof of Employment Thailand Visa Immigration Policy DTV Visa

Jan 23, 2025

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Are they asking for proof of employment with the soft power activities? Or should I put unemployed? Will that affect anything or do I need to be employed even with 500k baht?

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The Soft Power visa does not typically require proof of employment or income according to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) policy, but some embassies may impose additional requirements.

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Andi ***********

Taipei does majority do not

9 hours ago

Greg ********

There is no income or employment required for Soft Power DTV in the MFA policy. Some Embassies may add requirements.

21 hours ago

Sean *******

Depends on the embassy most don't.

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Sean *******

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